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visually exclusive bike—but an
A Championship Pedigree
In the 2025 TT, MotoGP-style
engineering and raw rider
determination combined in the
figure of Dean Harrison. He bagged
two Superstock TT victories,
posting a blistering 135.692 mph
(218.375 km/h) lap on the final lap
of Race 1—marking the third fastest
ever lap in TT history. These
victories came after he joined Honda
in 2024, delivering wins four and
five of his TT career. With that as the
backdrop, Honda's decision to
produce this replica edition is not
just bluster—it's grounded in
performance, heritage and
exclusivity.
The base machine, the Fireblade SP,
houses a 1,000 cc, water-cooled
inline-four riding in an aluminum
diamond frame. In standard form it
already packs an assertive
specification: Öhlins Smart EC
semi-active suspension, Brembo
Stylema R front calipers, and
Honda's two-motor throttle-by-wire
system. This replica takes that
already sharp platform and dresses it
in race-ready exclusivity.
What Makes the Replica
Special
Beyond the already stellar hardware
of the Fireblade SP, the Dean
Harrison Replica delivers several
unique touches. Each of the 12
machines is adorned in full race
livery mirroring Harrison's machine
on the Mountain Course. A
numbered headstock plaque
confirms exclusivity. Buyers receive
a selection of Honda Genuine
Accessories: taller screen, rear seat
cowl, HRC oil-filler cap, GB Racing
engine-covers, Evotech radiator
guard, paddock-stand bobbins and
high-performance Metzeler tyres.
As a further statement piece, the deal
includes a Shoei X-SPR Pro helmet
in matching livery, personally
signed by Harrison himself.
Pricing is steep: in the UK the
machine carries a retail tag of
£26,749 (approximately US
$35,700 at current exchange rates).
Given only 12 will ever exist, and
given its direct link to TT success,
exclusivity is baked in.
Engineering & Hardware
Under the fairings and livery is a
machine that legitimately delivers:
t h e F i r e b l a d e S P p l a t f o r m
underscored by championship
ambition. The inline-four 1,000 cc
engine reportedly produces ~215 hp
and 113 Nm (83.3 lb-ft) of torque in
this tune. The aluminum diamond
f r a m e , s e m i - a c t i v e
suspension, Brembo Stylema R
brakes and high-end electronics
package mark this not just as a
50
engineering tour de force.
From a rider's perspective, the
Fireblade DNA is one of precision,
razor-sharp handling and outright
ability. The replica version inherits
all of that, but adds the intangible:
provenance, showroom presence
and collector‐value.
Why It Matters to Riders &
Culture
For a community of riders who
value machines as much for what
they represent as for how they ride,
the Dean Harrison Replica hits
multiple notes. It says: “I ride
something with TT winning DNA.”
It also says: “I value exclusivity, I
appreciate race heritage, I want
more than just speed.” From a
lifestyle and culture narrative, it's
compelling. In the South African
motorcycle scene—where premium
bikes, club events, photo features
and heritage hold weight—this
machine becomes more than a bike;
it's a statement piece.
Could It Work in South
Africa?
In practical terms, owning one of the
12 globally (and possibly only in the
UK market) means several
considerations for South African
r i d e r s : i m p o r t e l i g i b i l i t y,
service/parts support, resale value,
exclusivity. But if you're a rider with
the means and the mindset, and
you're involved in high-end
motorcycle events, features and
social culture, the machine checks
many boxes: exclusivity, brand
prestige, race heritage, visual
optimisation for shoots and
presence.
You'd want to check:
· Is the machine officially
available/importable in
South Africa, or must it be
privately imported?
Ö h l i n s
· What will servicing and
parts availability look like
for a rare, limited-edition
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